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China Taiwan Manöver

Military exercise with uncertain end

The official timeframe of the military maneuvers around Taiwan has ended, but they have not yet been formally declared to be over. Overall, the feeling of uncertainty remained over the weekend: After sanctions against Nancy Pelosi, China broke off dialogue with the United States on several issues – including military and climate talks. German MPs now want to travel to Taiwan more than ever.

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China Rakete Taiwan

Military launches missiles over Taipei

Acting on its threats, China began several military maneuvers around Taiwan. The actions represent a new level of escalation. In Taiwan, however, most people are staying calm. The military shows itself ready to defend the island. Some hardliners are calling for tougher countermeasures.

By David Demes

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Freighters find ways around Chinese maneuvers

China's military exercises have also affected some of the world's most important trade routes. Taiwan's authorities have urged ship captains to avoid the zones. However, analysts say there will only be a potential impact on global supply chains if the military drills are extended or prolonged.

By Nico Beckert

Nancy Pelosi Taiwan

Pelosi: short visit with lasting effect

Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan has received approval from Germany. This is reason enough for the Chinese Foreign Ministry to summon the German ambassador. Like the US, the German government is committed to the One-China policy. But resistance to Beijing's war cries is growing.

By Marcel Grzanna

Angela Stanzel: China-Kritik

'The time for quiet diplomacy is over'

Political scientist Angela Stanzel supports Pelosi's visit in principle: Such visits send a clear signal that the USA continues to stand firmly by Taiwan's side. Nevertheless, she also sees the action as a "PR show" for Pelosi, which could still have consequences if the military makes a fatal mistake. Michael Radunski spoke with Stanzel.

By Michael Radunski

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Fighter jets and maneuvers at Pelosi's arrival in Taiwan

A historic moment in the US-Taiwan-China triangle: Nancy Pelosi, one of the highest-ranking US politicians, visits Taipei. China's reaction turned out to be far more cautious than the sharp rhetoric beforehand had suggested. However, this does not mean that the USA has scored a 1:0 victory for Team Taiwan.

By Christiane Kuehl

Pelosi Taiwan im Fernsehen

The people of Taiwan remain calm

Hundreds of thousands of people in China and other countries anxiously watched to see what would happen after Nancy Pelosi landed on Taiwan. In Taiwan itself, on the other hand, citizens were not too worried. Our author David Demes asked around on site on the island.

By David Demes

Nancy Pelosi Taiwan-Besuch

Pelosi's play with fire

Nancy Pelosi will probably travel to Taiwan after all. This puts pressure on all parties involved: Neither the United States nor China can escape from this dispute without losing face. The lingering question is: What does Pelosi want in Taiwan?

By Michael Radunski

China Inflation

Why China's low inflation is no systemic advantage

While prices are skyrocketing in the United States and Europe, Chinese inflation is surprisingly low. What Beijing sees as a sign of strength, however, has many causes. Not all of them are the achievements of economic planners or the result of systemic advantages.

By Redaktion Table

Mercedes-Benz EQT

Daimler between electric mobility and luxury

Mercedes wants to become more luxurious, raise its profit margins and expand electromobility. But whether all this can be done simultaneously also depends on its key market, China.

By Christian Domke Seidel